Watch this clip of a formula one racing car. What FORCES can you see acting on the car? Do the same forces act on the driver?
http://www.formula1.com/video/
Now, watch this clip. Make notes about the forces and the effects on the driver.
What are some things that the designers must think about when designing an F1 car? Make a list of bullet points in order of importance (i.e. is speed most important?). Justify your choices. Compare your ideas with the info below.
Watch this clip of a formula one racing car. What FORCES can you see acting on the car? Do the same forces act on the driver?
http://www.formula1.com/video/
Now, watch this clip. Make notes about the forces and the effects on the driver.
What are some things that the designers must think about when designing an F1 car? Make a list of bullet points in order of importance (i.e. is speed most important?). Justify your choices. Compare your ideas with the info below.